In Defense of Stretching at Work

Sitting or standing for long periods of time is just plan uncomfortable. So I confess: I stretch in my chair at work all the time. My favorite move is a seated figure four stretch—I put one ankle on the opposite knee and fold forward for a glorious hip stretch.

Instagram user @yogawithandrea snapped this shot of herself in a yoga pose after being at work for 18 hours. She's participating in a 30-day yoga challenge (check out hashtag #30DYC). We fully support this.

And check out even more #FitnessFriday photos which will definitely inspire you to get your butt in gear today:

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